New Kent had to skate by with only a one-set margin when they last took the court, which might have inspired the three-set drubbing they dealt Lafayette on Tuesday. The Trojans were the clear victors by a 3-0 margin over the Rams. The victory was familiar territory for the Trojans, who have now won three matchups in a row.
While New Kent won a shutout, things came down to the wire in the second set they played. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-16, 25-22, 25-17.
New Kent's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Carly Sachs, who had 14 digs, ten kills, and two aces. Sachs is crushing it when it comes to kills: she's had at least five every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Desirae Stowe, who had six digs and two aces.
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| 09/02/25 vs Lafayette | 3-0 |
| 08/28/25 @ Poquoson | 3-2 |
| 08/26/25 @ Gloucester | 3-0 |
They weren't the only good server: New Kent was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 12 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least five aces in 21 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Lafayette still got an impressive performance from Laurel Bray, who had 19 assists and 15 digs.
New Kent's record is now 3-0. As for Lafayette, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
New Kent wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 3-2 victory against Tabb on the 4th. As for Lafayette, they have also already played their next matchup, a 3-1 win against Bruton on the 4th.
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